Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back represents the video game version of the movie The Empire Strikes Back for the Atari 2600 and Intellivision gaming systems, standing as the initial entry in a series of four Star Wars games sharing the film's title. Within the game, players assume the character of a Rebel pilot tasked with the destruction of AT-ATs situated on Hoth.
To successfully destroy each AT-AT, forty-eight hits are required. In a manner typical of many Atari games, achieving victory is exceptionally challenging; ultimately, the AT-ATs will inevitably reach their destination, leading to the game's conclusion. Nevertheless, a lengthy and intricate cheat code grants invincibility, while another enables gameplay as an AT-AT.